Associate Director, Private Markets Product Management

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Role:

Product Manager, Private Markets Product Team S&P Dow Jones Indices is a leading provider of iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets. Our Private Markets initiative is at the forefront of innovation, aiming to democratize access to private equity, private credit, and real assets while introducing greater efficiency and transparency within these sectors. The Team The Private Markets Product team is pioneering the development of index solutions within private markets, a new and innovative area.

This team is dedicated to breaking new ground and finding solutions that will democratize access to private markets and enhance operational efficiency. We value creativity, collaboration, and a global mindset. Joining this team offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative initiative. The Product Manager will play a key role in developing our Private Markets index solutions, focusing on innovation, efficiency, and strategic alignment.

This role involves pioneering new indices and methodologies to enhance transparency, access, and efficiency within private equity, private credit, and real assets. The Product Manager will collaborate closely with commercial and operational teams, requiring both technical expertise and a forward-thinking approach.

• Engage with clients to develop innovative strategies and act as a subject matter expert in private markets.
• Opportunity to represent groundbreaking products and interact with senior leaders.
• Collaborate with diverse internal teams and clients in a transformative environment.
• Experience a varied role where each day presents new challenges and opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency.

• Contribute towards the development and success of innovative product lines in private equity, private credit, and real assets, identifying new opportunities and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with client coverage and marketing teams to strengthen client relationships and promote new solutions.
• Lead product engagement and education initiatives, serving as an expert on innovative methodologies that enhance efficiency.
• Coordinate product launch processes, championing them through to completion.
• Publish thought leadership materials, participate in marketing events, and contribute to product innovation and efficiency improvements.

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $ - $. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus.

5-6+ years of experience in product management within private markets, fixed income or related innovative sectors. Ideally, experience in product development. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a global mindset.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics or a related field.
• Master's degree in a relevant field or CFA charter.
• Familiarity with analytical platforms (Fact Set, Bloomberg).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving, innovation, and efficiency enhancement.

At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and…